Love Quote by Ella Cheever Thayer
““Ah, well! then the young woman was only in advance of the age," said Miss Archer; "and what with that and the telephone, and that dreadful phonograph that bottles up all one says and disgorges at inconvenient times, we will soon be able to do everything by electricity; who knows but some genius will invent something for the especial use of lovers? something, for instance, to carry in their pockets, so when they are far away from each other, and pine for a sound of 'that beloved voice,' they will have only to take up this electrical apparatus, put it to their ears, and be happy. Ah! blissful lovers of the future!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Lost Bridegroom” by Ella Cheever Thayer, 1889
The passage imagines future technology that lets lovers share voices instantly, predicting personal audio devices that connect people across distance.
In simple terms: Future tech will let lovers hear each other instantly.
Key Takeaway
Embrace communication tools to stay emotionally close.
Themes
technology
love
communication
future
innovation
Mood
hopeful
nostalgic
visionary
Type
speculative
romantic
When to use this quote
- long‑distance relationships
- travel
- remote work
- social media
- virtual reality
Key Concepts
telecommunication
personal devices
emotional intimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How might constant auditory connection affect relationships?
- What are the risks of relying on technology for intimacy?
A Different Perspective
May overlook privacy concerns and emotional dependence on devices.
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